Cyber Security Analyst

British Museum; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural institution in Greater London is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to enhance its cyber security capabilities. This full-time, hybrid position involves monitoring for security threats, managing vulnerabilities, and supporting incident responses. The successful candidate will need a degree in Computer Science or equivalent, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and generous annual leave, alongside excellent pension and cultural perks.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus privilege days

Exceptional pension scheme

Free tickets to exhibitions

Interest-free travel loans

Mental health and wellbeing support

Paid lunch break

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Understanding of Windows client, networking & Wi-Fi, end-point protection, and firewalls.
• Ideally, understanding of Windows servers, IAAS, PAAS (especially Azure) and web-hosting technology.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and detect potential cyber security breaches using configured tools and scripts.
• Document incident response actions and maintain accurate logs.
• Assess and communicate critical vulnerabilities to technical teams.
• Respond to alerts within defined SLAs and participate in post-incident reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Windows client

Networking & Wi-Fi

Firewall

Azure (IAAS, PAAS)

Job description

Overview

Cyber Security Analyst — Full-time, Hybrid (at least 3-4 days per week on-site) — Fixed-term for 18 months — £41,723 per annum — Apply by 12pm (midday) on Tuesday, 3 March 2026

About the role

The Information Services (IS) department is hiring a Cyber Security Analyst to help develop and maintain the British Museum’s Cyber Security capability to ensure the Museum remains cyber secure and achieves the required accreditations.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Team Lead to monitor, detect and respond to security threats, manage vulnerabilities and support incident response processes. They will play a key role in safeguarding the Museum’s systems and data while contributing to the continuous improvement of security operations.

Key areas of responsibility

• Monitor and detect potential cyber security breaches using configured tools and scripts.
• Follow established procedures for running detection tools and scripts, reviewing outputs and suspicious activity and documenting any steps taken in incident management systems.
• Maintain accurate logs and document incident response actions.
• Assess and communicate critical vulnerabilities to technical teams.
• Monitor network defence tools and escalate complex findings.
• Respond to alerts within defined SLAs and participate in post-incident reviews.
• Support improvements to detection and response processes.

About you

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Understanding of Windows client, networking & Wi-Fi, end-point protection, and firewalls.
• Ideally, you will also have an understanding of Windows serves, IAAS, PAAS (Azure especially) and Web-hosting technology
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Be a part of a world-renowned institution, where history, culture, and innovation come together!
• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
• Exceptional Pension: Secure your future with one of the UK’s most generous defined benefit schemes – guaranteed income for life.
• Cultural Perks: Free tickets to exhibitions, plus complimentary and discounted entry to leading museums and galleries worldwide.
• Financial Support: Interest-free travel loans and rental deposit loans.
• Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Everyday Extras: Paid 1-hour lunch break, subsidised staff canteen, and discounts in our gift shop.

Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered. These are:

• Care Deeply
• Embrace the Unknown
• Value Many Voices

If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details to [e-mail] .

*Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer Sponsorship to applicants*

The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants